ourteen exceptional civic leaders will be appointed
to the Order of British Columbia, the Province’s
highest form of recognition.

“I am so pleased to share congratulations with the
inspiring individuals joining the Order of British
Columbia this year,” announced Lt. Gov. Janet
Austin, chancellor of the order. “These exceptional
recipients are pillars of our communities who have
demonstrated excellence and distinction in their
fields. I wish to extend my thanks to all new
members for their commitment to meaningful work that
leaves a lasting legacy, which benefits and elevates
our province for future generations.”

This
year, 203 British Columbians were nominated for the
order. More than half of the nominations came from
the Lower Mainland, with the remaining coming from
other regions throughout the province. Since its
inception, 432 British Columbians have been
appointed to the order from all regions of the
province, and in numbers generally proportionate to
a region’s population.

“British Columbia is strong because of our
people. This year’s recipients represent the
diversity and strength of our province,”
said Premier John Horgan. "They have all
dedicated their lives to making B.C. a
better place, and I commend them for their
tremendous achievements and service.”

Brian Minter is an award-winning horticulturalist
and entrepreneur, who has provided inspiration to
British Columbians about what is possible in the
field of horticulture through the family’s
innovative garden centre, the acclaimed 13-hectare
(32-acre) Minter Garden, in addition to books,
garden columns and regular television and radio
appearances.